Pool Care

IN THIS GUIDE What is Trichlor?What is Trichlor Used For and How Does It Work?Trichlor Chlorine for Your Swimming Pool: Pros and ConsTrichlor Chlorine AlternativesTrichlor FAQsConclusion Sanitizer is the most important chemical you will ever use to keep your pool clean and safe. Sure, all those others play a factor in balancing it, but without the […]

With all the decisions you have to make concerning your pool design, you probably don’t want to hear that there’s one more you might not have considered. That’s right… It’s pool coping. The pool coping you choose will set the mood for your design and keep water from slipping behind the wall and causing damage.

IN THIS GUIDE What is a Plunge Pool?How Does a Plunge Pool Work?Pros vs. Cons of Plunge PoolsHow Big and Deep Are Plunge Pools?How Much Does It Cost to Put in a Plunge Pool?3 Ways to Use a Plunge PoolHow To Install a Plunge PoolWhat Temperature Should Plunge Pool Water Be? (Can Plunge Pools Be

Keeping all the chemicals balanced in your pool can be a little tricky. And pH and alkalinity levels are sometimes the most unstable. This is because anything from a few extra leaves to a hard rainfall can disturb it. And your job of getting it back in balance can take a little time. To help

We’ll admit it — keeping the chemicals balanced in your pool isn’t always the easiest thing to do. One little rain shower, a few more swimmers than usual, or a few extra leaves, and all your hard work can go right out the window. Chlorine levels, in particular, are extremely important for the safety and

Summertime is a great time for kids to learn and explore, and what better place to do that than in the water. But babies need special consideration. Being in the pool with a baby can make many parents pretty nervous, even if they’re the ones holding onto them. But a baby float can add a

IN THIS GUIDE The 10 Best Pool SlidesBenefits of Having a Pool SlideTypes of Pool Slides5 Considerations For Choosing the Perfect Pool SlideSafety Tips for Swimming Pool SlidesHow to Install a Pool SlideHelpful Tips for Pool Slide InstallationPool Slide FAQsConclusion If you’re looking for a way to add even more fun to your outdoor pool

Kiddie pools are an important rite of passage for your little ones. And fortunately, we’re no longer limited to the little blue flimsy pools we had when we were kids.  You can now buy pools with slides, sprayers, games, waterfalls, and other activities for hours of entertainment. Plus there are lots of benefits of owning

IN THIS GUIDE The 10 Best Pool LaddersTypes of Pool LaddersBenefits of Using an Above Ground Pool Ladder3 Considerations When Choosing a Pool LadderTips for Pool Ladder SafetyPool Ladder FAQsConclusion You can get away with not using a pool ladder in your pool, but why would you want to? In most cases, a pool ladder offers

When you first installed your pool or bought a home that came with one, you probably didn’t realize how many choices you’d have to make in order to keep it clean. What type of test kit should you buy? Should you use chlorine or alternative sanitizers? How often do you need to shock your pool?